Entry Applications Engineering Technician at 3D Systems in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Description:

Who We Are

More than 30 years ago, 3D Systems brought the innovation of 3D printing to the manufacturing industry. Today, as the leading additive manufacturing solutions partner, we bring innovation, performance, and reliability to every interaction - empowering our customers to create products and business models never before possible. 3D Systems' solutions address a variety of advanced applications in healthcare and industrial markets such as medical and dental, aerospace & defense, automotive, and durable goods.

What We Are Looking For

This position works with our 3D Systems Titan lead Applications Engineer and other technicians as part of 3D printing Applications Development Lab at our Colorado Springs, CO facility. The position includes operating and maintaining Titan's 3D printers, preparing files, materials and machines for printing, cleaning/post processing parts and material handling. As an applications technician, you will become an expert in polymer 3D printing on Titan's machines and assist with 3D printing customers' parts and testing new materials. This position is key to maintaining increased "up time" on Titan's 3D printers and growing Titan's 3D printing applications development department.

What You Will Do

• Prepare 3D files (STL files) for printing by slicing files using Simplify3D slicing software
• Operate Titan's Atlas 3D printers
• Monitor prints and remove parts once printing is finished
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on Titan's 3D printers
• Prepare plastic pellet and filament materials for printing, including proper drying procedures and loading into the printer
• Inventory management of materials and consumables for printing
• Post process 3D printed parts, including manual support removal, sanding and coating processes
• Perform quality control checks on 3D printed parts, including operating laser scanner
• Maintain thorough documentation of printing projects and processes
• Packaging and shipping parts to customers
• Keep shop area clean and organized

• Machine operating experience preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in 3D modeling, or CAD, a plus but not required
• Basic knowledge of FDM 3D Printing
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills and ability to identify and resolve technical issues
• Must have great communication skills
• Ability to maintain and create documentation, strong organizational skills
• Must have manual dexterity, ability to operate hand tools and power tools

Working conditions

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week Monday through Friday. Some over time, weekends and evening work may be required in special and rare circumstances. The work environment will be in a warehouse/shop environment.

Physical requirements

This position requires lifting objects up to 75 pounds on a regular basis, standing and or sitting for extended periods of time. You may be required to work in confined spaces, from heights and in an environment with moderate to loud noise levels. This position will require use of Personal Protective Equipment, including wearing a respirator in some instances, gloves, eye protection, hard hats, etc.

The Good Stuff

The pay range for this role is $18 to $21 per hour. This position is eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance, if company financial goals for the year are met. We also offer a comprehensive benefit plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, sick leave, parental leave, a 401k retirement savings plan with company match, flexible vacation time, and paid holidays.

Applications accepted online through April 23, 2024